The Valley of Boston is one of the best Valleys in the world, and this is due in large part to what you, our brothers do day in and day out in the Valley, in your communities, and in other affiliated organizations. Annually, the summer is a time when the accomplishments of brothers are recognized, so we’d like to take a moment to recognize and congratulate these brothers.
First, the Scottish Rite Deputy for Massachusetts, Ill∴ Scott D. Inglis, 33° announced those Brothers that will receive their 33°. This degree is granted to brethren who have gone above and beyond in Scottish Rite. The brethren from across Massachusetts are as follows:
David A. Blake – Valley of Boston
Lester A. Davis, Jr. – Valley of Boston
Haralambos “Bob” G. Kefalas – Valley of Boston
Richard E. Haley – Valley of Salem
Christopher A. Ives – Valley of Worcester
Laurence H. Lowe – Valley of Boston
John J. Maihos – Valley of Salem
John W. Ruggles, II – Valley of Southeastern Massachusetts
Donald S. Stevens – Valley of Lowell
Second, Brother and “Dad” Matthew Gerrish, 32°, the Executive Officer of Massachusetts DeMolay made four announcements regarding Valley brothers. DeMolay International first granted the Legion of Honor, the highest award in their organization, to Bro. Mark Degon, 32°, and Bro. Matthew Niedermeier, 32°. He also announced that the Secretary Emeritus Ill∴ Kenneth Scott, 33° was elevated to an Honorary Member of their Supreme Council, and that Bro. William Blake, 32°, was elevated to be a Deputy Member of their Supreme Council.
Congratulations to each and every brother who received such deserving awards. Thank you for your continued service to the Valley of Boston!
